Senior Manager - Technical Accounting - Propeller Industries

Who We Are: We're builders, entrepreneurs, and problem-solvers who draw our inspiration from the incredible leaders we serve. Nearly 15 years ago, we set out to find a better way to help the country's leading startups navigate the financial hazards that follow their first institutional funding. Today, Propeller's 350+ full-time professionals on three continents are proud to be considered the premier finance and accounting partner to many of the most iconic emerging companies across the CPG, DTC, Technology, Crypto, and Professional Services industries. We are more than just an outsourced CFO and accounting provider; we are a growth partner for our clients. With a best-in-class technology platform, coupled with unparalleled data and workflow optimization tools, we give founders the visibility and confidence to make smarter decisions.

Title: Senior Manager, Technical Accounting

Reports To: VP, Technical Accounting

Role Overview:

The Senior Manager, Technical Accounting will play a critical role in administering and ensuring the accounting quality and overall financial health of our client accounts. This position is primarily internal-facing, with responsibilities centered around upholding and enhancing the firm's standards of accounting practice, contributing to the development of best practices, and ensuring compliance with GAAP. While the role is not directly client-facing, there may be occasions where the Senior Manager will step in to support specific audit readiness client initiatives.

The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, and possesses a strong technical accounting background along with a CPA license. This individual should be comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and have a proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities:

Accounting Quality & Client Health Administration:

• Oversee the firm's accounting quality assurance efforts, ensuring all practices meet the highest standards and are in line with industry norms and GAAP.
• Continually assess and enhance the firm's accounting procedures, policies, and controls.
• Develop and implement technical accounting training and continuous education programs for staff to ensure high competency levels across the firm.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of client accounts to identify and address any issues proactively, ensuring the financial health and accuracy of all accounts.

Support for Audit Readiness Initiatives:

• Occasionally step in to provide expert support and guidance for specific client-facing audit readiness initiatives.
• Collaborate with the team to develop and refine strategies that ensure clients are fully prepared and compliant for any auditing processes.

Qualifications:

• 6-8 years of accounting experience with a focus on technical accounting and quality assurance.
• An undergraduate degree in accounting; CPA required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and a keen understanding of the latest accounting standards and regulations.

• Experience with external/internal accounting audits and reviews; Big-4 or Public Accounting experience preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement accounting procedures and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex concepts to a non-technical audience.

DEI Statement: At Propeller Industries, we encourage our employees and our clients to bring their true selves to the organization. We believe that a diverse team enables us to cultivate and improve upon our culture of inclusion and collaboration. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome the contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs. So however you identify and whatever your background, we encourage you to apply for this role if you share our passion for helping great entrepreneurs build great companies. We look forward to meeting you!

Salary range: $140,000 - $155,000 plus benefits and 401k match

Current Benefits Offered: Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday pay, Comprehensive health benefits plus dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. HSA contribution, Paid Family Leave, 401k match and Remote Work.  We also help you grow in your professional life.